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dove guard

Dove Guard for 12" x 12" Hanging Tray Feeder

by Hilltop Specialties
$39.95 - $39.95
$39.95
$39.95 - $39.95
$39.95
Availability:
7 in stock, ready to be shipped

Keep the bigger birds like pigeons and doves at bay with these black coated metal guards with 2" x 2" openings for cardinals and smaller birds.  Designed for use with the 12" x 12" Recycled Hanging Tray Feeder.

Tray Feeder is sold separately.

Amish made in the USA.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 8 reviews
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Works for Cardinals and Some Bluejays

I am satisfied. This dove guard keeps the doves out! I was disappointed about the cardinals. But I read the note about waiting, and the cardinal figured the guard out today, after four days. One of the six bluejays got through two days ago. I have needed this solution for six years.

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April
Works great!

I needed a way to protect my BirdBuddy from a flock of band-tailed pigeons. I tried everything I could buy and fashion, but they outsmarted my every move. Can they practically dislocate their wings to squeeze sideways through other dove guards I tried? Why yes they can. Can they literally bend wire if it isn't welded in every junction? Why yes they can. Finally I decided to buy two of these guards (as they are 2" by 2" holes) and enclose the BirdBuddy entirely. At first they were able to push their heads far in, grab the feeder and drag it to the side (at one point, ripping off the entire front perch), where they could access the seed. I secured the feeder in the very middle with wire and used packing tape to cover the few squares of the dove guard that would still be the weakest link and closest for their attempts. While they have been continuing to try to break in, sometimes 5-6 birds attacking it at a time, one week in, the dove guards are holding up to the assaults. See one great video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwysYxex4BO/. I'm very pleased and am buying more to enclose my other birdfeeder. While pigeons are very smart and worthy birds, I just can't afford their appetites, so the war continues. These dove guards may be give me the win - we'll see.

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Roman Urbanski
What I was looking for

I had been looking for a way to stop doves from eating the safflower seeds I put out. This was what I was looking for and it has stopped them but so far have not seen any cardinals enter the cage but it has not been up that long. I modified the feeder by using the plastic clips that hold full length mirrors to doors so that the cage sits on top of the feeder perfectly using some of the clips and 2 of them to hold the cage to the feeder securely. I added a piece of wood to the bottom of the feeder and attached a pole mount so the feeder/cage sits on top of a pole instead of hanging.

Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that the dove guard is doing what it's supposed to for you!
Yes, it can take your birds a little while to figure out and get comfortable with a new feeder. It can sometimes help the process if you put your new feeder by some of your old feeders or vice versa. It may help them realize this new object is full of tasty treats too!
Hopefully, with other birds visiting your new feeder the cardinals will get the same idea. Enjoy your birds!

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Susan Smith
Cardinals, finches, chickadees, and titmice use it regularly

When I first started feeding birds in my backyard, I was thrilled to see a pair of doves at my platform feeder. But soon I realized that they were just sitting in it and not allowing other curious birds in. In a few weeks there were a gang of 8 of them, and I wasn’t seeing any other birds. Within 2 days of hanging this caged feeder, the doves moved to the ground, and the other birds came back. It’s much more fun now. I love this feeder. I’m sure it’s not squirrel-proof. My baffle works well for deterring them.

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Lucie Crocker
Finally!

Don’t get me wrong, I love Doves! I also love all my other birds. So now everything is back to normal. Doves are very happy with their new personal spot. The guard is very well designed and built. High quality. Best of all is their customer service.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 8 reviews
88%
(7)
0%
(0)
13%
(1)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
R
R.S.
Works for Cardinals and Some Bluejays

I am satisfied. This dove guard keeps the doves out! I was disappointed about the cardinals. But I read the note about waiting, and the cardinal figured the guard out today, after four days. One of the six bluejays got through two days ago. I have needed this solution for six years.

A
April
Works great!

I needed a way to protect my BirdBuddy from a flock of band-tailed pigeons. I tried everything I could buy and fashion, but they outsmarted my every move. Can they practically dislocate their wings to squeeze sideways through other dove guards I tried? Why yes they can. Can they literally bend wire if it isn't welded in every junction? Why yes they can. Finally I decided to buy two of these guards (as they are 2" by 2" holes) and enclose the BirdBuddy entirely. At first they were able to push their heads far in, grab the feeder and drag it to the side (at one point, ripping off the entire front perch), where they could access the seed. I secured the feeder in the very middle with wire and used packing tape to cover the few squares of the dove guard that would still be the weakest link and closest for their attempts. While they have been continuing to try to break in, sometimes 5-6 birds attacking it at a time, one week in, the dove guards are holding up to the assaults. See one great video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwysYxex4BO/. I'm very pleased and am buying more to enclose my other birdfeeder. While pigeons are very smart and worthy birds, I just can't afford their appetites, so the war continues. These dove guards may be give me the win - we'll see.

R
Roman Urbanski
What I was looking for

I had been looking for a way to stop doves from eating the safflower seeds I put out. This was what I was looking for and it has stopped them but so far have not seen any cardinals enter the cage but it has not been up that long. I modified the feeder by using the plastic clips that hold full length mirrors to doors so that the cage sits on top of the feeder perfectly using some of the clips and 2 of them to hold the cage to the feeder securely. I added a piece of wood to the bottom of the feeder and attached a pole mount so the feeder/cage sits on top of a pole instead of hanging.

Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that the dove guard is doing what it's supposed to for you!
Yes, it can take your birds a little while to figure out and get comfortable with a new feeder. It can sometimes help the process if you put your new feeder by some of your old feeders or vice versa. It may help them realize this new object is full of tasty treats too!
Hopefully, with other birds visiting your new feeder the cardinals will get the same idea. Enjoy your birds!

S
Susan Smith
Cardinals, finches, chickadees, and titmice use it regularly

When I first started feeding birds in my backyard, I was thrilled to see a pair of doves at my platform feeder. But soon I realized that they were just sitting in it and not allowing other curious birds in. In a few weeks there were a gang of 8 of them, and I wasn’t seeing any other birds. Within 2 days of hanging this caged feeder, the doves moved to the ground, and the other birds came back. It’s much more fun now. I love this feeder. I’m sure it’s not squirrel-proof. My baffle works well for deterring them.

L
Lucie Crocker
Finally!

Don’t get me wrong, I love Doves! I also love all my other birds. So now everything is back to normal. Doves are very happy with their new personal spot. The guard is very well designed and built. High quality. Best of all is their customer service.

12